Start with GMCT cemetery records
Our deceased search covers multiple cemeteries and memorial parks across Melbourne, with records spanning over 100 years.
There are two ways to search:
Form search
Use our deceased search form. Search for deceased records across GMCT locations using names, dates, and other details you have. You can filter by specific cemeteries or search our entire database at once.
Interactive cemetery map
Explore burial locations visually and see exactly where someone is resting. Our map shows precise grave locations and memorial sites across our cemeteries. You can search deceased records by name, plot location, area or cemetery.
Search using our interactive cemetery map.
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Tips for better search results
If you’re not sure where someone is buried, start by searching ‘All locations’ rather than selecting a specific cemetery. Cemetery names have changed over time, so searching all locations helps avoid missing records.
Try different name variations. Use alternative spellings (eg. ‘Catherine’ vs ‘Katherine’) or shortened versions (eg. ‘Tom’ vs ‘Thomas’). Names may have been recorded differently in historical records.
Be flexible with details. If you’re unsure about a middle name or exact date, leave it blank. Searching with less information can help you avoid filtering out the right record.
Explore other historical databases
These free public databases can provide additional context for your family history research:
Victorian and Australian records:
Public Records Office Victoria (PROV) - Historic census data and residence information
Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages - State register of vital records
Trove - Historic Australian newspapers and documents from the National Library of Australia
The Ryerson Index - Free database of death and funeral notices from Australia
Military service records:
Australian War Memorial - Service records and commemorations
National Archives of Australia - Military personnel records
Additional research resources
Libraries and heritage organisations:
Local council libraries
Community and genealogy resources:
Subscription genealogy services (Ancestry, FindMyPast, MyHeritage)
Local historical societies and museums
Friends’ groups at individual cemeteries
Need more help?
Connect with cemetery friends’ groups
Many of our cemeteries have active friends’ groups who can provide local knowledge and historical context. View friends’ groups associated with our cemeteries.
Planning ahead?
If you’re researching for future planning purposes, explore our end-of-life planning checklist to help organise your wishes.
Contact us
Our team can provide guidance on searching our records and accessing historical information with our database. Contact us.